The snow persisted causing Darticus to stay in the North, longer than he had expected. His whole trip has been extended by many a days because of the snow, getting acquainted with the Marakese and now here at the North. At home people are getting anxious that their king has not yet returned. The extended stay at the North has given Atticus more time to train the northern army. The training seems to be progressing well, as the soldiers are seen to be showing more discipline. General Klick is slowly getting back on his feet. A lot of bad things can be said to him but in this case he could be let off. Surprisingly, he does not hold a grudge against Darticus. Queen Angela is seen watching the army train and and on outward appearance seems to be happy to host Darticus for even longer. The same can't be said when she is the quarters, alone. She is starting to despise Darticus as she sees him as a far superior leader than she ever could be. Even worse, he seemed to remind her and as she largely suspected remained the people of her late father. This was not good news for her at all. And as for her meeting klick, that has not happened yet. Apart from the beginning few days. It has been weeks since she saw him. Elsewhere Algried is happy about the snow. There aren't any rummages they need to be afraid off. And Wilmir, well Wilmir goes as wilmir goes. Growing more darker and denser with each passing day. And there was news that the darkness of Wilmir was spreading to other parts of the Forest. But this remains a rumour, for now. There has be no reporting or sightings that would attest to that matter. The present now, Newly appointed Deputy General Telick, and King Darticus were discussing new forms of training and various other forms of combat. "Telick," said Darticus. "When we move the army out of the north, I would like for you to come with me," he said. "Telick without any hesitation, where de we station," he asked Darticus. "Near Wilmir," replied Darticus. "Wilmir? Won't that be a problem?" asked Telick. "What would be the problem," asked Darticus. "The evil that spreads, near Wilmir," said Darticus. "That is just a rumor," replied Darticus. "We do not need to pay any heeds to rumors," added the king. "It works out strategically for us, i have a plan," Telick seemed to agree. He did have a huge amount of respect for Darticus "We need to clear a big area and create a colony for the army," said Darticus. And it goes without saying you are to be the leader of the camp. Telick nodded As the two were busy discussing further strategies and plans, Telick seemed to alert Darticus of something. "What?" said Darticus. "Can you be more clear!" "The queen sir, she is fast approaching us!" said Telick. Darticus turned to look at the other direction. Angela was indeed approaching them at a fast pace. And as she was getting closer, you could see a big smile on her face. "What must be the case for that?" asked Darticus to Telick in a tone which would not be audible to anyone except the two of them. Before Telick could say anything. Angela was far too close for Telick to say anything without being heard. "Angela," greeted Darticus. "Darticus," she greeted back. "You seem to be in a very happy mood," said Darticus. "We all should be," she replied. "What is the reason," asked Darticus. "There is good reason to believe that there will be not be any war from the side of the kingdom," Darticus remained composed, so did Telick. "Where do you get the news from," Darticus asked Angela. "From a trusted source," she replied. "Trusted source?" Darticus asked in a curious manner. "Yes, a trusted source. A very trusted source,"'she replied. "And what makes the source say that," asked Darticus. "The king himself does not want a war. And his word stays as long as he does," replied Angela. Darticus disagreed. "There could be a war, we cant let our guard loose," he said. "I thought you would be a relieved," sighed Angela. "I'm starting to think you want this to happen. You might even create one. Even if the kingdom does not want it, you will surely attack,"'said Angela. Darticus dismissed her thoughtless words. Angela left out a laughter. And she said "You are more twisted than I'm. And for a brute like you, that is a deadly combination," she said. "Shut up," she shouted at the Queen. Angel was stunned. "First you break the ribs of my General. And now you tell me to shut up in my land. How dare you?" said a fiery Angela. "How dare i? How dare I, Maybe I'm a brute and this world needs brutes like me to put witches back in their place. Before they burn the whole place down,"he fumed. Angela began to laugh once again. "Darticus dear," she said "You are the one trying to burn the place down," "I'm not trying to burn anything down,he said. I'm doing this so that the place does not come burning down," he replied. "Oh! mighty king. The forests will come burning down, she said. Everyone know that and you will be the reason," she said. "What are you saying Angela," asked Darticus. "Destiny Darticus, Its your destiny. Everyone knows it, everyone. Except you," she replied. "I need you to leave now. Unless you have something to add to our conversation. Please do leave," she said. "I will leave now," said Angela and she took leave. "Does the snow turn everyone mad around here?" he asked Telick. "How long till the snow clears Telick," asked Darticus. We need to get out of here as soon as possible. "Very soon sir," replied Telick. "The snowcaps at the summit are slowly starting to melt," added Telick. Further pointing at the direction of the mountain top. The same mountain top that he rode down from! "That's good news," replied Darticus